Nomination Fervor and Favorite-Son Rallies at Democratic Convention
At Sam Houston Hall on June 28 the Democratic National Convention continued nominating speeches for minor favorite son candidates while awaiting the Smith setup. Delegates cheered Missouri supporters for Jim Reed as the crowd vibrated with cowbells and bands. The panel planned to adopt the platform this afternoon and likely nominate Smith with Robinson for VP.
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Byron Price
Associated Press
Sam Houston Hall
Houston
Smith
Jim” Reed
White House
John H. McCooey
Brooklyn
Robinson
New York
Arkansas
A. Frank Smith
First Methodist Church of
Governor Smith Silent On Vice Presidential Nominee
Houston dispatch reports Governor Smith has not voiced support for any vice presidential candidate. His manager says Smith has not expressed preference or discussed second place, while New York leaders keep an open mind as the convention presses toward a decision.
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Smith
Brian Bell
Associated Press
Houston
New York
George R. van Namee
Empire State
Reed Fans Rally for Nomination in Democratic Parade
At the Democratic National Convention in Houston Senator Jim Reed of Missouri drew loud support with life size pictures and cowbell parades. Despite the noisy display Missouri delegates blocked by size and density, as Senator Robinson moved to nominate Hitchcock of Nebraska.
AP conductor Kent Cooper voices press neutrality at convention
Kent Cooper, AP general manager, describes a 65 writer staff as neutral observers at the quadrennial convention. He says reporters are “your eyes and ears,” delivering clear, factual coverage to help the public form independent opinions.
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Associated Press
Houston
Texas
Kent Cooper
Cooper
Acombat
Kansas City
Slate Cleared For Platform And Balloting
The Democratic National Convention moved from rhetoric to platform adoption and presidential nomination. The resolutions committee completed the platform including a contested prohibition plank while delegates argued over the party declaration. Three sessions were held as Smith forces pressed to conclude the first southern party gathering since the Civil War.
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James L. Williams
Associated Press
Sam Houston Hall
Houston
Resolutions Committee
Convention Brims With Hope for Early Presidential Nomination
Delegates applauded speakers as names were nominated and seconded, extending hours of remarks. Leaders expressed renewed hope that a presidential nomination could be settled before sunrise tomorrow.
Democratic vice presidential jockeying near Houston
Houston dispatch reports race for second place on the Democratic ticket as delegations pace for a New York signal to join a potential bandwagon. Senators Robinson Hull Barkley and Mrs. Nellie Tayloe Ross are among favored names with others circling the field and some delegations delaying choice until after the ticket’s head is chosen.
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W. B. Ragsdale
Houston
Texas
New York
Senator Robinson
Arkansas
Hull
Tennessee
Barkley
Kentucky
Nellie Tayloe
Smith
Newton D. Baker
Wilson
Robinson
Reed and Dry Fight for End at Convention
At Houston on June 28 Senator Reed of Missouri and pro dry forces pressed a campaign against Alfred Smith. Reed backers sought votes and spoke of strength shown by his nomination while dry leaders aimed to push a bone dry plank and gathered plans to invite Reed to address the convention after the first ballot. The mood mixed harmony talk with threats of a bolt if Smith gains ground.
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Francis M. Stephenso
Associated Press
Houston
Texas
Senator Reed
Missouri
South
Alfred Smith
Reed
Smith
Mississippi
Illinois
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America
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Duluth
Minn
Minnesota
Washington
Pat Harrison
Jim" Reed
Kansas
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Charles M. Howell
Marmer
George van Namee
al Smith
Kirke LL. Simpson
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Nebraska
Senate
Three Acre
Hitchcock
West
Quartz Street
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Tess
Jesse
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Joseph T. Robinson
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